ANN BANNERMAN
Perth,Australia
Summary
Qualified lawyer with over 15 years’ experience in commercial, contracts and energy law, combined with track record in curriculum design, teaching, advocacy and project management. Skilled in legal analysis, negotiation, compliance and with additional experience in education and research. Adept at managing high stakes matters from corporate to educational advocacy and passionate about empowering individuals through knowledge with a keen interest in legal education and development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Volunteer and Volunteer (pro Bono)
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
- Legal assistance to building contractors, estate agents, small business and individuals
- Support in understanding, drafting and reviewing contracts, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance, debt recovery and consumer affairs issues
- Applied legal knowledge and extensive research into preparing discrimination claim against a government department, resulting in favourable resolution without litigation
- Certificate in dog psychology to assist in behaviour modification of reactive dog to assist in volunteer foster for Shenton Dog Refuge
Home Educator
Self-employeed
02.2013 - 11.2022
- Researched, designed and delivered a full school (years 2-10) curriculum across multiple academic disciplines for 3 children with diverse learning needs.
- Researched and implemented differentiated teaching methodologies to optimise outcomes. Developed customised learning plans tailored to individual strengths, needs and learning styles
- Taught with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy while fostering critical thinking, independent research and creativity
- Progress monitored providing ongoing feedback to promote academic growth and confidence
- Prepared students for reintegration into senior school
- Researched undiagnosed disabling medical conditions to secure accurate diagnosis and potential rehabilitation. Designed 5-year rehab program for child with Dysautonomia and inappropriate sinus tachycardia and NDPH achieving significant wellbeing improvement
Legal Consultant
Bannerman Solicitors
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Delivered comprehensive legal services autonomously
- Drafted legal documents including contracts and agreements, provided legal advice, conducted negotiations across a range of legal issues
- Developed strong client relationships and managed all aspects of practice independently
Senior Legal Counsel
Sterling Energy
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided legal input for domestic energy projects, risk management and contract negotiation
- Advised executive leadership on legal implications of strategic decisions affecting business operations, regulatory compliance, corporate structuring and dispute resolution
- negotiated contracts and agreements minimising risk while maximising value for organisation
- collaborated with cross-functional teams to align legal strategies with n=business objectives
Senior/Legal Counsel
Woodside Energy Ltd
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Advised on commercial contract, joint venture agreements and risk across energy projects domestically and internationally in many jurisdictions to safeguard organisation and assets
- Played a key role in due diligence and negotiations for major transactions domestically and internationally and numerous new country entry acquisitions
- Supported internal training on legal knowledge and compliance and ethical practice
- Developed and implemented legal framework for new projects enhancing operational efficiency
Education
Australian Constitutional Law and Professional Responsibility for admittance to practice law in WA
UWA
Perth WA11-1999
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
University of Dundee
Scotland05-1991
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
University of Dundee
Scotland05-1993
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Napier University
Scotland05-1992
Skills
- Legal research and analysis
- legal drafting
- Task-oriented analysis
- Targeted research and advocacy
- Detail-oriented organization
- Collaborative team member
- Learner-focused education
Timeline
Legal Volunteer and Volunteer (pro Bono)
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
Home Educator
Self-employeed
02.2013 - 11.2022
Legal Consultant
Bannerman Solicitors
01.2006 - 01.2012
Senior Legal Counsel
Sterling Energy
01.2005 - 01.2006
Senior/Legal Counsel
Woodside Energy Ltd
01.1998 - 01.2005
Australian Constitutional Law and Professional Responsibility for admittance to practice law in WA
UWA
Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Law
University of Dundee
Postgraduate Diploma - Legal Practice
University of Dundee
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Napier University